RFK Community Alliance has an exciting opportunity for a full-time position to join as our
Clinician in Middleton, MA.
A $2500 sign-on bonus is available!
The RFK Community Alliance is a 15-bed hardware secure facility co-located program in the Northeast Region that offers assessment and treatment services to adolescent males. RFK Community Alliance's juvenile justice programming includes a residential network for youth ages 13 to 21 who have been committed of a crime by the court and given a treatment time assignment. The program is designed to help youth identify behavioral concerns that have led to them making poor choices that have affected their family and community. Youth are expected to work with staff towards identifying skills to help change their way of thinking that led to these behaviors. While at the program youth learn accountability by participating in daily school, individual and group counseling, and structured activities designed to promote responsibility and self-reliance. The youth engage in recreational activities that enable them to have fun while learning healthy ways of interacting with others.
Position Summary:
The Clinician at our Middleton Juvenile Justice Program is responsible for ensuring that all clinical and case management services are consistent with the operating policies. Under the supervision of an independently licensed Clinical Director, the Clinician is responsible for ensuring that proper clinical and case management services, as well as community reintegration planning, are provided to the youth. This role will provide individual, family, and group treatment as well as have an outreach component. This person will act as a liaison between youth and community connections, as they begin their process of transitioning to a more independent status within their community.
S/he will reflect and display the character development core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
Responsibilities:
- Provide individual therapy to assigned caseload
- Facilitate therapeutic groups four times a week including DBT and Substance Abuse.
- Provide family therapy sessions as needed.
- Facilitate treatment meetings monthly for assigned youth.
- Maintain clinical files and appropriate documentation
- Develop an individual service plan for each youth which includes education, health, social, psychological and psychiatric services, and cognitive, behavioral, individual, group and family therapy, and medical/dental care (routine, ongoing, and emergency services).
- Ensure that a thorough intake of the youth into the program has occurred
- Maintain consistent communication with parent/guardian and collateral agencies.
- Ensure that an intake screening form (suicide/safety assessment) is completed on each resident.
- Ensure behavior management practice is followed on all shifts.
- Assist in educating program staff about therapeutic practices and interventions.
- Collaborate with Clinical Director and fellow Residential Clinicians.
- Licensure supervision is provided.
- Expressive Therapies Welcomed
- Any other duties assigned by the Clinical Director
Requirements:
- Master's degree in Clinical Social Work or Psychology
- LICSW/LMHC eligible
- Knowledge of DBT preferred
- Residential experience with children and adolescents required
- Knowledge of DCF/DYS/DMH systems
- Valid driver's license
Hours:
40 hours, Monday - Friday
How We Promote Equity, Cultivate Leaders, and Grow Together
At RFK Community Alliance we're dedicated to a culture where everyone can show up to work as their full authentic selves. Diversity and inclusion doesn't happen by accident, it's by design. Together we're the designers. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace makes our organization stronger. We care about including diverse perspectives and experiences at every level. This is why we're committed to honoring, celebrating, and fostering diversity and inclusion on our team, in our clientele, and within our community. Our team must reflect our community and vice versa. We value, respect, and support all types of diversity across all identities including, but not limited to, ethnicity, race, gender, LGBTQIA, age religion, and abilities. We take responsibility for the community we're creating here at RFK Community Alliance, and we're here to contribute to the progression of our society to a more inclusive and equitable one.
Why You'll Love Us
At RFK Community Alliance, we're committed to taking care of our team, and we know you'll love being a part of an organization that truly values its people. We offer an outstanding benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Enjoy comprehensive health coverage with our health, dental, and vision insurance plans. Take advantage of generous paid time off and holiday pay, giving you the balance you need to recharge. We're invested in your future, offering tuition reimbursement, educational assistance, and a retirement plan with a generous employer match. Plus, we provide employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program to ensure you and your family are supported every step of the way. Joining our team means you'll have the benefits and resources you need to thrive both personally and professionally.
$2,500 Sign-On Incentive
This position is eligible for the RFK Community Alliance Sign-On Incentive in the amount of $2,500 in your first year of employment. You will receive $500 after 3 months; $500 after 6 months; $1,500 after 12 months.
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RFK Community Alliance
life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan
Nov 10, 2024